The importance of place and authenticity in adaptive reuse of heritage buildings

Yazdani Mehr, S; Wilkinson, S

The importance of place and authenticity in adaptive reuse of heritage buildings

Yazdani Mehr, S Wilkinson, S

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Publication Type:: Journal Article
Citation:: International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 2020, ahead-of-print, (ahead-of-print)
Issue Date:: 2020-01-01

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dc.contributor.author	Yazdani Mehr, S
dc.contributor.author	Wilkinson, S https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9266-1858
dc.date.accessioned	2020-07-30T01:18:00Z
dc.date.available	2020-07-30T01:18:00Z
dc.date.issued	2020-01-01
dc.identifier.citation	International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 2020, ahead-of-print, (ahead-of-print)
dc.identifier.issn	2398-4708
dc.identifier.uri	http://hdl.handle.net/10453/141918
dc.description.abstract	© 2020, Emerald Publishing Limited. Purpose: In adaptive reuse, the importance of place referred to as “genius loci,” whereas authenticity refers to the design, materials, setting and workmanship of a building or place. Genius loci and authenticity are crucial evolving interconnected concepts; however, the concepts are usually studied separately, and consequently, overlooked in adaptive reuse practice. This paper provides precise definitions and a holistic understanding of these terms and discusses complications related to the understanding of the concepts in the adaptive reuse of heritage buildings. Design/methodology/approach: Content analysis is an acknowledged way of analysing information related to a subject area and allows researchers to provide new insights and knowledge in a particular area. This paper applies a critical content analysis of published works related to genius loci and authenticity over time. Findings: The findings show the inter-relationship of genius loci and authenticity, and how these concepts can be considered in the adaptive reuse of heritage buildings, in theory and in practice. Consequently, a checklist is proposed to enable all interested parties engaged with the adaptive reuse of heritage buildings to identify and preserve genius loci and authenticity. Originality/value: Identity and values of heritage buildings are argued to be the strongest reasons for adaptation. Amongst a wide range of values associated with the adaptive reuse of heritage buildings, place and authenticity are perceived to be the most confusing terms and concepts. Whilst place and authenticity are defined by many authors, their meaning and usage are subjective, which is a challenge in recognising and preserving the values they embody. This study contributes to the greater understanding of these concepts, their meanings and application in adaptive reuse.
dc.language	en
dc.publisher	Emerald
dc.relation.ispartof	International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation
dc.relation.isbasedon	10.1108/IJBPA-01-2020-0005
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dc.rights	This article is (c) Emerald Group Publishing and permission has been granted for this version to appear here - https://dx.doi.org/10.1108/IJBPA-01-2020-0005. Emerald does not grant permission for this article to be further copied/distributed or hosted elsewhere without the express permission from Emerald Group Publishing Limited.	en_US
dc.title	The importance of place and authenticity in adaptive reuse of heritage buildings
dc.type	Journal Article
utslib.citation.volume	ahead-of-print
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney/Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney/Strength - CCDP - Contemporary Design Practice
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney/e-Press
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney/Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building/School of Built Environment
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney
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© 2020, Emerald Publishing Limited. Purpose: In adaptive reuse, the importance of place referred to as “genius loci,” whereas authenticity refers to the design, materials, setting and workmanship of a building or place. Genius loci and authenticity are crucial evolving interconnected concepts; however, the concepts are usually studied separately, and consequently, overlooked in adaptive reuse practice. This paper provides precise definitions and a holistic understanding of these terms and discusses complications related to the understanding of the concepts in the adaptive reuse of heritage buildings. Design/methodology/approach: Content analysis is an acknowledged way of analysing information related to a subject area and allows researchers to provide new insights and knowledge in a particular area. This paper applies a critical content analysis of published works related to genius loci and authenticity over time. Findings: The findings show the inter-relationship of genius loci and authenticity, and how these concepts can be considered in the adaptive reuse of heritage buildings, in theory and in practice. Consequently, a checklist is proposed to enable all interested parties engaged with the adaptive reuse of heritage buildings to identify and preserve genius loci and authenticity. Originality/value: Identity and values of heritage buildings are argued to be the strongest reasons for adaptation. Amongst a wide range of values associated with the adaptive reuse of heritage buildings, place and authenticity are perceived to be the most confusing terms and concepts. Whilst place and authenticity are defined by many authors, their meaning and usage are subjective, which is a challenge in recognising and preserving the values they embody. This study contributes to the greater understanding of these concepts, their meanings and application in adaptive reuse.

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